Wayne Strickland
Artworks currently on display
at Gallery Beneath
Wayne Strickland
AUD$17000
Wayne Strickland
AUD$2200
Artworks previously sold
at Gallery Beneath
International artist Wayne Strickland calls himself an "Australian Historical Artist". The bronze sculptor, oil painter is passionate about his country and its characters and that passion shines through his unique work. Wayne strives to create a sense of identity for Australians through his art. "I try to get Australians to look at themselves and their heritage. I love to portray the great outback and our history and as I now live on the Sunshine coast of Australia I also love to paint the sea.
The former Tasmanian who now lives on the Sunshine Coast works hard as an artist. He has been Painting and Sculpting for over 30 years and won many awards for his efforts. Wayne's rural background led to a special affinity for horses and other animals, his attention to his sculptures means he can accurately depict a horses breed and type. One of his more famous works Pharlap - is currently on display at the National Gallery of Victoria. Strickland's audience is international. One of his works was presented to (then) President Ronald Reagan, another was commissioned by a Swiss corporate, still others are part of public and private collections in Britain, Canada, Italy, Germany, France, New Zealand, America Japan and the USA.
The artist uses the 'lost wax' method of casting, which is both difficult and labour intensive, but allows for the precision and fine detail his work is renowned for. When sculpting, Strickland is hands on, not only creating the original moulds, but also participating in the casting and finishing processes
Critique by Ken White:
Wayne Strickland-Widely regarded as Australia's greatest living Equestrian Artist, is passionate about Australia, its history and its characters. His work has a dynamic realism, born of a lifelong association with the men and horses of the Australian bush. Wayne sculpts in bronze, and paints in oils and watercolours, capturing Australia's heritage and identity.